AirAsia X Airbus A330-300 (9M-XXR) at taxi, showing off its distinctive bold livery and high-capacity twinjet form.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

AirAsia X Airbus A330-300 (9M-XXR) at taxi, showing off its distinctive bold livery and high-capacity twinjet form.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration 9M-XXR
ICAO Type A333
Model A330-300
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline AirAsia X
Airline Code XAX / D7
Livery AirAsia standard red/white livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 700
Thrust 316 kN (71,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 60.3 meters
Length 63.7 meters
Height 16.8 meters
MTOW 242,000 kg
Range 11,750 km
Capacity Up to 440 passengers (typically 300–350 in two class)
Cruise Speed 875 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (typically 95-99 dB takeoff)

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR